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Enhance your experience by planning your visit to Commonwealth Stadium with our A-Z Guide.
We have more detailed information on how to get here, safety, accessibility, Eskimos tickets, concessions and our premium rentals.
Commonwealth Stadium has limited accessible parking, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Commonwealth Stadium is wheelchair accessible. DATS service is welcome. Gates 2, 6, and 11 are wheelchair accessible. An elevator is available at Gate 11. Covered spectator spaces are available for wheelchair users; an attendant and two family covered spaces are available as well. Tickets must be purchased for these seating areas. Accessible washrooms and family change rooms are also available.
Commonwealth Stadium is located at 11000 Stadium Road, Edmonton, Alberta.
Our mailing address is:
Commonwealth Stadium
Box 2359
Edmonton, AB T5J 2R7
There are two AED units located in the Stadium which members of the public can access in case of emergency. They are located in the East and West concessions.
All guests who appear under the age of 25 will be required to show valid government-issued ID to purchase alcohol. Guests serving alcohol to minors will be subject to arrest. Alcohol may not be brought into the stadium. Guests attempting to bring alcohol into the stadium will be denied entry or removed. Any guest that is denied entry or removed for any violation of facility rules will not be issued a refund.
An alcohol policy is in effect to assist with responsible consumption. Individuals who appear to be intoxicated will be removed from the premises in a taxi or with a sober family member or friend. Drunk and disorderly behaviour may also result in arrest and prosecution. Members of the Commonwealth Stadium staff and Edmonton Police Service are available to assist at all times and the public is asked to report any unacceptable behaviour.
Animals are not permitted in Commonwealth Stadium with the exception of service animals and service animals in training.
Baby changing stations are located in all women’s washrooms throughout Commonwealth Stadium. There are also family washrooms available near Gate 2 and Gate 9.
All bags are subject to inspection upon entry and are subject to additional inspections within the stadium. Please have your bag open ready for inspection before entering the gates. Only Bags that are sized 14” x 9” x 7” that fit under seats will be permitted.
Signs must be handheld, event-related, in good taste, and cannot obstruct another guest’s view. They may not contain commercial messages, logos or political endorsements, or profanity. They may not be hung from affixed stadium structures.
Signs on sticks or poles, or constructed of wood or metal material, are also not permitted. Management reserves the right to confiscate signs that are in violation of stadium policy.
This family-oriented area is located in and around Gate 2, and opens one hour before kickoff for every Edmonton Eskimos home game.
This special section includes interactive children’s games, stroller check, face painters, an information booth, a dedicated family merchandise store, family friendly inflatable games and game-specific entertainment during all Eskimos home games.
Single game tickets in Brickley’s Knothole Corner, located in sections BB and CC (near the family area in the lower bowl), are just $12 for children (aged 12 and under) and $32 for adults. Single game tickets for games versus Calgary and Saskatchewan are $16 for children and $36 for adults.
Still cameras (non-professional, 200 mm lens or smaller) are permitted for Eskimos games. Professional grade cameras, tripods, selfie sticks are not permitted. Please note, additional restrictions may be in place for live concerts.
The Canadian Football League is a professional sports league in Canada. The CFL is the highest level of competition in Canadian football, a form of gridiron football closely related to American football.
For more information, visit CFL.ca.
A child safety wristband program is available at the Information Booths on the East and West concourse of Commonwealth Stadium to help reunite lost children with parents/guardians.
Concessions open 1 hour prior to the start of Eskimos games. Cash or credit cards are accepted. Bank machines are located in the East and West pods.
Food coolers are not permitted at Eskimos games and major stadium events. You may bring in small amounts of snack foods, with the exception of peanuts in the shell.
A number of courtesy phones are available for guest use. Phones are located on the east and west sides of the concourse.
The curb lane on 112 Avenue eastbound from 95 Street to Stadium Road is a dedicated drop-off and pick up location for the general public and ride share.
The Edmonton Eskimos are a professional football team based in Edmonton, Alberta, competing in the West Division of the Canadian Football League (CFL). For more information, visit Esks.com
There is an elevator located at Gate 11 to grant access from the ground level to the stadium Concourse.
Should there be a need to evacuate the stadium for any reason a message will be played on the PA system informing all how to proceed. Security, ushers and EPS will work to make certain that everyone remains safe and makes their way to the designated areas depending on the severity of the emergency. Spectators will be called back into the stadium (seating) once the emergency has been resolved with the aid of PA announcement.
There are numerous employment opportunities at Commonwealth Stadium.
For employment with the City of Edmonton, please visit the City of Edmonton Talent Hub.
For employment with the Edmonton Eskimos, please visit CFL Careers.
To obtain information about employment opportunities with Commonwealth Stadium’s contracted service providers (to become an Usher, Customer Service Attendant, or Security Guard): contact commonwealthstadium@edmonton.ca.
Guests wishing to leave Commonwealth Stadium during an Eskimos game but planning to return during the same game must have their ticket and hand stamped by security prior to exiting. Only guests with both a stamped valid ticket stub and a stamped hand will be granted re-entry. There is a no re-entry policy for concerts and live entertainment events.
The Save-On-Foods Family Huddle is an alcohol-free, general admission section at Commonwealth Stadium during Eskimos home games.
Please note: the purchase location for Family Huddle tickets is Save-On-Foods. Regular-season games are $27.50 (plus fees and taxes). Playoff games are $28.50 (plus fees and taxes). Get yours at participating Save-On-Foods in Edmonton and surrounding areas. Find a store near you.
Seating in the Save-On-Foods Family Huddle is located on the lower deck in sections PP, QQ, RR and on the upper deck in sections AA, BB, QQ and RR. Please call 780-448-3757 for accessible seating options.
Your game ticket gets you free admission to the Coors Light Fan Fest. It’s located east of the stadium and the gate opens two hours prior to kickoff. Must have photo ID to enter.
St. John Ambulance attendants provide first aid throughout the stadium. First Aid tents are set-up on the concourse during Eskimos games and major events. If you require first aid, you can notify a Commonwealth Stadium staff member and they will radio a First Aid Attendant to provide assistance.
Flags must be handheld, event-related, in good taste, and cannot obstruct another guest’s view. They may not contain commercial messages, logos or political endorsements, or profanity. They may not be hung from affixed stadium structures. Flags on sticks or poles, or constructed of wood or metal material, are also not permitted. Management reserves the right to confiscate signs that are in violation of stadium policy.
For Edmonton Eskimos games, guests are not permitted to bring food into Commonwealth Stadium, except individual snacks.
Outside food cannot be brought into any suite. Guests must also adhere to the following:
The following are not allowed: glass bottles, pop or beer cans and containers over a capacity of 1 litre.
For more information, see the Edmonton Eskimos' Bring the Noise Guide.
Commonwealth stadium offers a variety of food and beverage options sold through the many concessions located on the east and west concourses.
Gate opening times will vary on an event-by-event basis. For Edmonton Eskimos games, all gates open one hour prior to the start of games.
Commonwealth Stadium is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests. Guests who interfere with play, use foul language, make obscene gestures, smoke, or appear to be impaired may be ejected.
When you come to Eskimos home games, we want you bring the noise for your Green and Gold. When you bring it, please do so responsibly. Check out our Fan Conduct video.
For your convenience, customer service attendants and ushers are located throughout the stands before and during the game.
Staff can assist you with problems that arise. You can also call the Fan Hotline or text the Guest Assist line for assistance.
There are numerous hotel deals available for those visiting for an Edmonton Eskimos game. Please visit Explore Edmonton for Eskimos hotel deals.
For additional information about where to stay, whether you’re here for a game or a live concert, please visit Explore Edmonton's Accommodations page.
There are two information booths in operation for Eskimos games. They are located on the east and west concourse.
Located in the West Pod, the Jackie Parker Room is open to the public during all Eskimos games and available on non-game days for private bookings. This space features a salute to the history of the Eskimos franchise and food and beverage options for ticket holders.
This family-oriented area is located in and around Gate 2, and opens one hour before kickoff for every Edmonton Eskimos home game.
This special section includes interactive children’s games, stroller check, face painters, an information booth, a dedicated family merchandise store, family friendly inflatable games and game-specific entertainment during all Eskimos home games.
Single game tickets in Brickley’s Knothole Corner, located in sections BB and CC (near the family area in the lower bowl), are just $12 for children (aged 12 and under) and $32 for adults. Single game tickets for games versus Calgary and Saskatchewan are $16 for children and $36 for adults.
All lost and found items will be taken to the information desk at Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre after the event.
For questions about lost items during the concert, please ask any Commonwealth Stadium staff member. To contact the information desk please phone 311.
If a guest has become separated from his or her party, individuals looking for the lost guest should be escorted directly to the information booth, located on the east and west concourse.
If you find a lost person or lose a person, feel free to ask any Commonwealth Stadium staff member for assistance, or proceed to an information booth.
Edmonton Transit offers light rail transit (LRT) service to Commonwealth Stadium from 15 locations in Edmonton. Fares are $3.25 one way or a $6.50 round trip can be purchased.
The LRT is free two hours prior to kickoff and two hours post-game when you show your Eskimos ticket.
For more information, visit takeETS.com.
There are merchandise outlets available in the east and west pods inside the stadium and outside of the stadium by Gate 9 for Eskimos games. The Team Store is also open on game days and Monday through Saturday. Merchandise sales for concerts and live entertainment events vary.
Lung powered noisemakers are welcome to Edmonton Eskimo Game. Please show respect for your fellow fans when using noisemakers. Such devices may be confiscated at the discretion of management.
Air horns, megaphones, whistles and other mechanical noisemakers are not permitted.
To board ETS Bus Park & Ride, show your Esks ticket on your way to the game and your ticket stub for your return trip to ride for free. For LRT, keep your game ticket or stub with you as your proof of payment if requested by ETS staff. For regular bus service, show your ticket when boarding before going to the game and your ticket stub for your return trip.
Non-stop direct service to every Edmonton Eskimos home game is available from 6 different areas of the city:
Use the Park & Ride location that’s best for you and ETS will get you to the game. All Park & Ride lot service begins 90 minutes before game time.
There is NO parking on-site at Commonwealth Stadium during CFL games and major events. Public transportation is highly encouraged. Parking restrictions are in effect in the neighbourhoods that surround Commonwealth Stadium during major events. Only residents with valid permits will be permitted to park in these areas. Vehicles in violation of the residential parking restrictions will be tagged and towed. We ask all guests to be courteous and respect the neighbourhoods that surround Commonwealth Stadium.
$10 for Season Seat Holders and $16 for the general public.
Residential parking restrictions are in effect during major stadium events. Please park legally and treat the community like it’s your own.
Football games are classified as major events therefore, a residential parking ban goes into effect for every home game. Parking is restricted on all signed streets from the start of the game and for the next two hours. Any vehicle not displaying a valid residential parking permit will be tagged and towed at the owner's expense.
Please Note: Parking is restricted around Commonwealth Stadium and the LRT Station. Signs are posted at these locations.
Get your general admission tickets in the brand new Coors Light Party Deck and Bacardi Party Deck. These limited-seating, standing party areas are located in the lower-bowl end zone for a game experience like no other.
For more information, visit Esks.com.
There are two pay phones located on the west concourse. There are numerous courtesy phones located throughout the concourse.
The following items are prohibited at Commonwealth Stadium:
All prohibited items must be surrendered prior to entry to the stadium.
LRT service is increased for every Edmonton Eskimos game. Catch the LRT to Stadium Station and walk across the street to the game.
Route 125: Jasper Place Transit Centre, Westmount Transit Centre, Coliseum Transit Centre, Stadium Transit Centre, Kingsway Transit Centre.
Travel from Jasper Place Transit Centre, Westmount Transit Centre, Coliseum Transit Centre, Stadium Transit Centre or Kingsway Transit Centre to the Stadium LRT station. Weekend and evening service runs every 30 minutes.
Transit information for Esks games is available 24 hours a day by calling 780-496-1600 from a touch tone or cellular phone. Information is also available at takeETS.com/Eskimos.
Located in the east pod, the Quarterback Club is open to the public during all Eskimos games and available on non-game days for private bookings. This space features a state of the art media wall and food and beverage options for ticket holders.
Guests wishing to leave Commonwealth Stadium during an Eskimos game but planning to return during the same game must have their ticket and hand stamped by security prior to exiting. Only guests with both a stamped valid ticket stub and a stamped hand will be granted re-entry. There is a no re-entry policy for concerts and live entertainment events.
Host your next meeting, private events or reception at Commonwealth Stadium! For a complete listing of our rooms and rates, see Commonwealth Rentals and Bookings.
For up-to-date information on road closures and detour routes, see Special Event Road Closures.
Commonwealth Stadium can hold 56,302 spectators. It is the second largest stadium in Canada, after Olympic Stadium in Montreal, and the largest open-air stadium in Canada.
The stadium employs security staff to monitor the safety of spectators that attend events at the stadium. Security is responsible for doing bag checks and random pat downs at the entry gates, monitor both prohibited and restricted items and actions, oversee the alcohol license requirements and make the stadium a safe place to come and enjoy an event.
Security staff are identified by the blue polo shirt or blue jacket depending on the weather. Security, ushering and Edmonton Police Service work together to monitor the crowds inside the stadium and take the appropriate actions to ensure an enjoyable time for all.
Commonwealth Stadium is a non-smoking facility. Smoking tobacco, vaping and cannabis consumption in a non-designated area will result in ejection from the stadium without refund.
Any form of Cannabis consumption or possession is prohibited on Commonwealth Stadium property at all times including stadium parking lots.
Smoking (tobacco and vaping) is only permitted in designated smoking areas outside gates 3,7,8,12. Please ask Stadium staff if you require assistance.
Stroller parking is available at all information booth locations and Knothole Corner. Commonwealth Stadium is not responsible for any missing, lost, stolen or damaged items while checked.
Small strollers are permitted in the stands (must fold and be able to be stored safely under your seat).
Enhance your game-day experience with executive suites. To check availability or to book a suite tour, please email: partnerships@esks.com.
28 pre-game spots are available in Lot A and afford fans the opportunity to join in to this fashionable game day ritual. Spots are bookable by contacting the Eskimos team store.
A taxi stand is located on 89 Street and 112 Avenue along the northeast side of the building, closest to Gate 6.
The Eskimos Team Store is located at Commonwealth Stadium (enter through the recreation centre). Gear up for game day or get a little Green and Gold in your every day.
Hate line-ups? Come in on Saturdays!
| Mon-Fri | 8:30am-5:30pm |
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| Sat | 10am-4pm |
Fans that have purchased their Edmonton Eskimos game day ticket in advance qualify under the Ticket to Ride program. Your game day ticket is valid on LRT or regular ETS bus service for two hours before the game, during the game, and two hours after the game ends.
It’s also your ticket to ride on ETS football Park & Ride service. The Ticket to Ride program is collaboration between The City of Edmonton and the Edmonton Eskimos to reduce football parking pressure in the surrounding neighbourhoods, reduce traffic congestion and improve pedestrian safety around Commonwealth Stadium. It’s good for the environment, and considering the current price of gas, it’s good for your wallet too. Enjoy the game, and remember to keep your ticket stub for your return trip.
If you're buying your ticket at the gate, regular ETS fares apply for travel to the game. Keep your ticket stub for a free ride home after the game. ETS tickets, monthly passes and transfers are also valid on ETS Park & Ride service.
For more information, see Football Park & Ride.
Tickets on game day can be purchased in person at the Eskimos Team Store up to one hour prior to game time. Beginning 90 minutes prior to kick-off, tickets can be purchased at any ticket booth at the stadium.
Tickets can also be purchased at any Ticketmaster location or online at Ticketmaster.ca. Tailgate tickets or tickets purchased through Ticketmaster over the phone or via internet may be picked up at Will Call located at Gate 13 on the Southeast corner of Commonwealth Stadium. Will Call opens 90 minutes before kick-off and photo identification is required for ticket pick-up. For more information, visit Esks.com's Tickets page.
For live entertainment and concerts, see Commonwealth Stadium Events for more information about where to purchase tickets.
Small retractable umbrellas are permitted (must not obstruct another guest’s view). Umbrellas larger than 16” or with a point will not be permitted.
Each section in the stadium is staffed by ushers who are there to assist with everything from general event info to ticketing and wayfinding questions. Our staff are there and happy to assist no matter how big or small the task. Ushers can be identified by their bright yellow vests.
CFL games and major events will continue rain or shine unless otherwise specified. Please come prepared for the weather.
Small pocket-sized and collapsible umbrellas without a point are permitted in the venue. Large umbrellas will be confiscated.
Wheelchairs are available at each entrance gate to the stadium. Please check with an usher if you require assistance.
Free Wi-Fi is available for all spectators who attend events at Commonwealth Stadium. The Wi-Fi Network name is #TELUS. No password is required.
| Online | Contact 311 Online |
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| Telephone | In Edmonton: 311 |
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| TTY | 780-944-5555 |
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